What is the cheapest way to get from Schofields to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Schofields to Katoomba is to train which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schofields to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Schofields to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Schofields and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Schofields to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Stonecutters Dr At Ashlar Ct and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Blacktown Station, Stand L and Penrith Station, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Schofields and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Schofields station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Schofields Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Blacktown Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Schofields to Katoomba?

The distance between Schofields and Katoomba is 83 km. The road distance is 69.1 km.

How do I travel from Schofields to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Schofields to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs $10 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Schofields to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Schofields to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schofields to Katoomba bus from?

Schofields to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Blacktown Station, Stand L.

Where do I catch the Schofields to Katoomba train from?

Schofields to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Blacktown Station.

Train or bus from Schofields to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Schofields to Katoomba is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs $10 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $19 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Schofields to Katoomba bus arrive?

Schofields to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Penrith Station, Stand F.

Where does the Schofields to Katoomba train arrive?

Schofields to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Katoomba Station.

Can I drive from Schofields to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Schofields to Katoomba is 69 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Schofields to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 528+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Schofields to Katoomba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Schofields to Katoomba by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
1h 48m
$10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Blacktown Station, Stand L to Penrith Station, Stand Fbus 90T1
2. Take the bus from Penrith Station, Stand F to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 21Bm
2h 39m
$11–19
Drive 69.1 km
1. Drive from Schofields to Katoombacar 69.1 km
1h 9m
$13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Schofields to Katoombataxi 69.1 km
1h 9m
$170–210

Schofields to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 82.9 km
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Schofields, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stonecutters Dr At Ashlar Ct to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Blacktown Station, Stand L and Penrith Station, Stand F in around 2h 39m.

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